Children Receiving NJ FamilyCare in New Jersey

Why This Indicator Matters

Children need quality healthcare to grow into healthy adults. Research shows that children who have health insurance coverage are more likely to receive the preventive care they need to avoid medical problems that require costly and painful treatment. Thousands of children currently benefit from NJ FamilyCare, the state’s free or low-cost health insurance program.

Selections

Definitions:
Children enrolled in NJ FamilyCare which includes Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Data Source:
As reported by the N.J. Department of Human Services.

Footnotes:
Data are from March of each year.

Updated 7.13.18.

Why This Indicator Matters

Children need quality healthcare to grow into healthy adults. Research shows that children who have health insurance coverage are more likely to receive the preventive care they need to avoid medical problems that require costly and painful treatment. Thousands of children currently benefit from NJ FamilyCare, the state’s free or low-cost health insurance program.

Advocates for Children of New Jersey

Advocates for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ) is the trusted, independent voice putting children’s needs first for 40 years. Our work results in better laws and policies, more effective funding and stronger services for children and families. And it means that more children are given the chance to grow up safe, healthy and educated.